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What's the Difference Between Caster Sugar and Regular Sugar?
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Caster sugar is a term you may have come across in a British baking book or website. But what does it mean really? And what sugar can you substitute for it?
Coral Snake vs. King Snake Identification and Traits
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At first glance, the coral snake vs. king snake distinction can seem borderline impossible. But these two reptiles are worlds apart in terms of how they live, hunt and defend themselves.
Who's the Most Famous Person in the World? 11 Contenders
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There are many ways to measure fame: social media follower counts, long-term global impact or whether your friend who isn't into pop culture recognizes them.
How Force, Power, Torque and Energy Work
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You find references to force, power, torque and energy all over the HowStuffWorks site. Learn what these terms really mean and how they relate to one another.
The Most Popular Sport in America Is No Big Surprise
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There's little doubt that United States loves sports. The country is home to some of the world's biggest sports, in terms of fans, viewership, event attendance, sheer revenue and pure spectacle.
What causes halitosis?
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Halitosis is a fancy term for bad breath -- no matter what you call it, no one wants it! Learn about halitosis and how to target what's causing bad breath.
Alkali Metals: Elements in the First Column of the Periodic Table
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Although the term might be unfamiliar, you know all about alkali metals. Ever used salt or eaten a banana? So, what special properties do these elements have?
What's the Difference Between a Cave and a Cavern?
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One term might give you the impression of something grand and mysterious, while the other makes you think of claustrophobia-inducing environs that threaten human life. But what's the real difference?
10 Scientific Words You're Probably Using Wrong
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If you have a theory that potato chips are making you fat (with the proof being your expanding waistline), you've just used two scientific terms in a very unscientific way.
How Well Do You Know Ballet Terminology?
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Ballet is an incredible art form that's evolved over the centuries. As such, it is loaded with esoteric (and usually French) terms that befuddle bystanders. Do you really know your ballet terminology?